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Selesa Johnson-Daniels

Greenville

Summary

I am Selesa Johnson-Daniels, a proud educator from the beautiful island of Jamaica, with 22 years of experience teaching grades 3-6 in Jamaica and Bertie County Schools in North Carolina, USA. I hold a BSc in Educational Leadership and Middle Grades, an MEd in Elementary Education. My passion lies in fostering the holistic development of my students, and I take great pride in guiding them from foundational levels to academic success through intentional planning, data-driven instruction, and the use of effective and engaging tools and strategies.

Throughout my career, I have been honored with several recognitions for my dedication to education. I have consistently ranked in the top 25% for student growth in math at both the state and district levels and have received awards for Outstanding Teaching Performance. In 2022, I had the privilege of representing my district at the AIMS_NCDPI State Conference and the NorthEast Regional Education Service Alliance Fall Leadership Conference (NERESA), where I presented on Aggressive Monitoring and Exemplars. In November 2024, I was named the most outstanding elementary math teacher for my school district at the North Carolina Council for Teachers of Mathematics conference. Most recently, in January 2025, I was recognized again for being in the top 25% for student growth in both Math and ELA.

In my classroom, I strive to create a space where learning is both engaging and challenging. I am committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic environment that empowers students to reach their fullest potential. Collaboration is central to my practice, and I genuinely value working with fellow educators to ensure student success. Teaching is more than a career for me—it is my passion and calling. I am deeply committed to making a positive and lasting impact on every student I have the privilege to teach.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grade Level Senior Teacher & Conference Presenter

Bertie County Schools
09.2021 - Current

Most outstanding Elementary Math Teacher for Bertie County School for 2024 - 2025 presented by North Carolina Council of Teacher of Mathematics (NCCTM) and North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI).

NE CARES Pacing Guide Collaboration 2023 - 2024 Regional Team member

Teacher Advisory Council Team member 2023 - 2024

District Accreditation Committee Member for Bertie County Schools 2023

Presenter at NCDPI AIM Teacher Conference 2022

Presenter at NERESA Fall Leadership Conference 2022

  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of the material.
  • Plan and implement integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
  • Supported teachers with classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization

Teacher

Wilson Preparatory Academy
11.2019 - 08.2021
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
  • Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills.
  • Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.

Teacher

Sallie B. Howard School For The Arts And Education
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
  • Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills.

Teacher

Colerain Elementary
09.2014 - 06.2019
  • Provide comprehensive classroom instruction in 4th-grade Math and Science
  • Assess, record, and communicate student progress
  • Use data-driven instructions to cater to student's individual needs
  • Organize learning resources and classroom environments to facilitate positive learning experiences
  • • Identify children's individual and collective learning needs and plan, prepare and deliver instructions designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning
  • Member of the cultural committee and School Improvement Team, Creating meaningful and standard-driven lesson plans.
  • Whole class, small group, and one-to-one instructions
  • Excellent classroom management with tailored differentiated Instruction Integrating all disciplines.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies to support student's networks

Teacher

Ministry Of Education (Chetwood Memorial Primary)
09.2003 - 09.2014
  • Grade 3 Classroom Teacher Chetwood Memorial Primary
  • Provide comprehensive classroom instruction in math, language arts, and integrated studies
  • Assess, record, and communicate student progress. Organize learning resources and the classroom environment to facilitate a positive learning experience. identify children's individual and collective learning needs and plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning
  • Literacy Coordinator for the School
  • Dance and Drama coach
  • An active member of the cultural and school improvement team

Education

No Degree - National Board Certification

National Board Certification
12-2025

Master of Science - School Administration

Barton College
Wilson, NC
05.2025

Professional Education License

Barton College
Wilson, NC
06.2021

Certificate - Math And Science

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
2018

Masters - Education

Chowan University
Murfreesboro, NC
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Education

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
08.2009

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Sam Sharpe Teachers College
Montego Bay, Jamaica W.I
06.2003

High School Diploma -

Mount Alvernia High
Montego Bay, Jamaica W.I
1996

Skills

  • Writing educational Songs and dubs
  • Teaching Math, Drama, Dance and poetry
  • Writing and executing engaging and fun filled plans
  • Motivating students and changing their mindset to be positive
  • Classroom management
  • Teaching/tutoring
  • Diverse classroom settings
  • Building positive relationships with parents

Accomplishments

  • Most outstanding Elementary Math Teacher for Bertie County School for 2024 - 2025 presented by North Carolina Council of Teacher of Mathematics (NCCTM) and North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI).
  • Certificate of Recognition for top 25% of student growth in MATH and ELA at State and District level and Outstanding Teaching Performance (2024-2024)
  • NE CARES Pacing Guide Collaboration 2023 - 2024 Regional Team member
  • Teacher Advisory Council Team member 2023 - 2024
  • District Accreditation Committee Member for Bertie County Schools 2023
  • Presenter at NCDPI AIM Teacher Conference 2022
  • Presenter at NERESA Fall Leadership Conference 2022
  • Certificate of Recognition for top 25% of student growth in MATH at State and District level and Outstanding Teaching Performance (2019-2020).Growth in ELA at the state level.
  • Certificate of Recognition for top 25% of student growth in MATH at State and District level and Outstanding Teaching Performance (2017-2018)
  • NCDPI Elementary Fourth Grade Math Representative for Bertie County School 2016-2017
  • Certificate of Recognition for student growth in MATH at state level (2016-2017)
  • North Carolina (10th in the state of North Carolina fourth grade Math)
  • Certificate of Recognition for 25% of student growth in MATH at District level 2016-2017 (Bertie County School)

Certification

Certificate for training in Math and Science from Elizabeth City State University. (AI3MS) 2018

  • Licensed k-6 Elementary educator
  • Elementary Education Training

Additional Information


Literacy Coordinator

Member of the cultural committee

School Improvement Team

Skills Skills Creative, meaningful and standard driven lesson plans.

Whole class, small group instruction and individual instruction.

Whole Language Instruction

Excellent classroom management

Differentiated Instruction

Technology Integration

Reference

Carol Mizelle

Curriculum and Instruction

Bertie County School

715 US Hwy 13N, P.O Box 10

Windsor NC 27983

cmizelle@bertie.k12.nc.us

252-209-4734

Natasha Stephenson

Principal

Aulander Elementary School

2515 NC Hwy 305

Aulander, NC 27805

nstephenson@bertie.k12.nc.us

252-345-3211

Jesse C. Purkett

Pastor

Eastern Star Church of God in Christ

504 Factory St

Elizabeth City, NC 27909

252-207-2901

Timeline

Grade Level Senior Teacher & Conference Presenter

Bertie County Schools
09.2021 - Current

Teacher

Wilson Preparatory Academy
11.2019 - 08.2021

Teacher

Sallie B. Howard School For The Arts And Education
07.2019 - 11.2019

Teacher

Colerain Elementary
09.2014 - 06.2019

Teacher

Ministry Of Education (Chetwood Memorial Primary)
09.2003 - 09.2014

Certificate for training in Math and Science from Elizabeth City State University. (AI3MS) 2018

  • Licensed k-6 Elementary educator
  • Elementary Education Training

No Degree - National Board Certification

National Board Certification

Master of Science - School Administration

Barton College

Professional Education License

Barton College

Certificate - Math And Science

Elizabeth City State University

Masters - Education

Chowan University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Western Carolina University

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Sam Sharpe Teachers College

High School Diploma -

Mount Alvernia High
Selesa Johnson-Daniels